Master silky, dairy-free microfoam with expert tips from Dutch Barista Champion Merijn Gijsbers.
Plant-based drinks are now essentials on modern café menus, but nailing that perfect dairy-free microfoam is still a craft. To help you get ahead, our partner Alpro has released a video tutorial with Merijn Gijsbers, Dutch Barista Champion and Alpro Brand Ambassador.
In just a few minutes, Merijn breaks down the fundamentals: aeration, temperature, texture and how each Alpro drink behaves in the pitcher. Whether you’re steaming oat, almond or anything in between, this is the technique that delivers silky, glossy microfoam made for latte art.
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Plant-Based Magic, Twice Daily at #ACF2026
Alpro isn’t just sharing the skills online – they’re bringing them to the festival floor. At Latte Art Live 2026, Alpro will host two plant-based sessions every day, giving visitors hands-on experience with their full range of dairy-free drinks.
Expect smooth microfoam, shiny textures and plenty of chances to step up to the pitcher yourself. Whether you’re new to steaming plant-based or fine-tuning your consistency, these sessions are built to make every pour sharper.
Meet Your Masters
Leading this year’s Latte Art Live programme are two latte art legends: Merijn Gijsbers and Caitlin McArdle. Together, they’ll run fast-paced, hands-on sessions where you turn wobbly blobs into hearts, tulips and polished, competition-worthy pours. With only eight seats per session, every class feels focused, energetic and up close.
Festival Tickets are Flying
Get your Super Early Bird tickets now and be first to know when the masterclasses drop. Want to watch instead of pour? Pull up a spot, soak up the tips, and cheer on the brave pitchers.
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